Samsung DVG53BB8900G - User Manual

Engl ish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS English   5 WARNING - Risk of Fire • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materi...

Engl ish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety information English 6 WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or explosion: • Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. They emit vapors that co...

Engl ish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS English   7 WARNING - What to do if you smell gas: • Do not try to light any appliance.• Do not turn on the appliance.• Do not touch any electrical switch.• Do not use any phone in your building.• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.• Immediately call y...

Engl ish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety information English 8 Important safety precautions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using this appliance. 2. D...

Engl ish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS English   9 18. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children. 19. Do not insert your hand under the dryer. - This may result in injury. 20. Take care that children’s fingers ...

Engl ish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS English   11 Regulatory notice FCC Notice CAUTION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is Subject...

Engl ish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Regulatory notice English 12 Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15Product type : Clothes DryersModel : DVE(G)53BB8900*/DVE(G)53BB8700*/DVE(G)46BB6700*/DVE(G)46BG6500*Responsible Party – U.S. Contact InformationSamsung Electronics America, Inc.QA Lab America19 Chapin ...

Engl ish SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS English   13 Open Source Announcement The software included in this product contains open source software. You may obtain the complete corresponding source code for a period of three years after the last shipment of this product by sending an email to mailto:[email p...

Engl ish English 14 Installation requirements Read through the following instructions before installing the dryer and keep this manual for future reference. WARNING Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.Service Personnel ...

Engl ish English   15 Dimensions Type Front loading dryer Models DVE(G)53BB8900* DVE(G)53BB8700* DVE(G)46BB6700* DVE(G)46BG6500* Dimensions (in. (mm)) A. Overall height 38.7 (984) 38.7 (984) B. Width 27.0 (686) 27.0 (686) C. Depth with door open 53.1 (1348) 52.9 (1344) D. Depth 31.4 (798) 31.3 (794)...

Engl ish Installation requirements English 16 Clearance requirement This clearance requirement is applicable for dryers only. NOTE • For washer's clearance requirement, see the washer's user manual.• If the washer and dryer have different clearance requirements, use the one with the larger value. Al...

Engl ish English   19 Ducting requirements Weather hood type Recommended Use only for short-run installation 4” (10.2 cm) 2.5” (6.4 cm) No. of 90° elbows Rigid Rigid 0 80 ft. (24.4 m) 74 ft. (22.6 m) 1 68 ft. (20.7 m) 62 ft. (18.9 m) 2 57 ft. (17.4 m) 51 ft. (15.5 m) 3 47 ft. (14.3 m) 41 ft. (12.5 m...

Engl ish Installation requirements English 20 Exhausting requirements The dryer must not be exhausted into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space, or a concealed space of a building. Exhausting the dryer to the outside will prevent large amounts of lint and moisture from being blown i...

Engl ish English   21 Gas requirements WARNING • Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases.• The installation must be conformed with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the national fuel gas code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, latest revision(for the UNITED STATES), or with the natural ga...

Engl ish Installation requirements English 22 Electrical requirements The wiring diagram is located on the plate under the control panel or rear frame. WARNING • Improperly connecting the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serv...

Engl ish English   23 Electrical connections Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the “ Grounding ” section. An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your dryer is recommended. Do not use an extension cord. Gas models – U.S. and Canada A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC...

Engl ish English 24 Installation This dryer must be installed by a qualified technician. The installer is responsible for connecting the dryer to the main power while observing the relevant safety regulations of your area. What’s included Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. ...

Engl ish English   25 Parts supplied Y-connector Water hose (Canadian elec. models only) Short water hose Tools needed for installation Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench (gas models only) Nut screwdriver Level Phillips screwdriver Duct tape Wrench LPG-safe compound or Teflon Tape (for gas installatio...

Engl ish Installation English 26 Step-by-step installation Make sure you have a qualified technician install the dryer. Step by step installation instructions start below.• Do not remove the protective film on the door before completing the product installation. If you remove the protective film bef...

Engl ish English   27 STEP 3  Connect the electrical wiring (for electric models) Before connecting the electrical wiring, make sure you have read the “ Electrical requirements ” section on page 22 . 3-wire system A B C L2 L1 D E A. External ground connector B. Neutral grounding wire (white) C. Cent...

Engl ish English   29 STEP 4  Connect the water hose The dryer must be connected to a cold water tap using the provided water hoses. 1. Close the cold water tap. If you have a washer’s cold water hose attached to the cold water tap, unscrew and remove the hose. Then, connect the female end of the Y-...

Engl ish English   31 STEP 5  Level the dryer To ensure optimal performance, the dryer must be level. A B Using a level (A) , check if the dryer is level side to side and then front to back. If the dryer is not level, turn the leveling feet (B) clockwise to lower the dryer or counterclockwise to rai...

Engl ish Installation English 32 STEP 6  Power on (for gas models) Make sure all gas connections, the exhaust line, and all wiring is connected correctly. Then, plug the power cord into a power source and check the dryer’s installation and operation using the final checklist in Step 7 below. STEP 7 ...

Engl ish English   33 Vent blockage test After the dryer is installed, run the Vent Blockage Test function to check if the duct system is properly installed. Vent Blockage Test automatically detects the status of the ducts and reports any blockage or problems. Proper ducting can reduce drying time a...

Engl ish Installation English 34 Installation check codes Check code Meaning Solution No problems detected Vent condition is good. Vent is nearly clogged Over 80 % of the vent is clogged.(This may lead to poor drying performance or cause malfunction) 1. Clean the lint filter. 2. Check your vent cond...

Engl ish English   35 Exhaust ducting guide Ducting 1. Make sure the dryer is installed properly so the air exhausts freely. 2. Use 4-inch rigid metal ducts. Tape all joints including the dryer connection. Never use lint-trapping screws. 3. To facilitate the exhaust, keep the ducts as straight as po...

Engl ish English 38 Before you start Here are a few things you should know before starting your dryer. Initial setup • When you turn on your dryer for the first time, the screen shows the initial setup process. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete it. • If you complete the initial setup and...

Engl ish English   39 Sort and load • Put one wash load in the dryer at a time.• Do not mix heavy and lightweight items together.• To improve drying efficiency for one or two items, add a dry towel to the load.• For best results, untangle items before inserting them into the dryer. Tangled items may...

Engl ish Before you start English 40 Rack Dry (applicable models only) Some models come with a drying rack which is inserted into the drum at the factory. If your model came with a drying rack, remove the rack from the drum before you use the dryer for the first time. To remove the rack, pull the ra...

Engl ish English   41 Operations WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, read the “ Safety information ” before operating this appliance. Control panel 01 04 05 06 07 08 09 02 03 10 01 Power  Tap to turn the dryer on or off.• If you do not manipulate the control panel for 10 m...

Engl ish English   43 Operating a cycle 01 06 05 03 04 02 1. Tap to turn on the dryer. 2. Turn the Navigation dial to select the cycle you want. For more information on “ Cycle overview ”, see page 44 . 3. Tap Dryness , Temp. , or Time to change the default cycle settings. 4. Tap Options , and then ...

Engl ish Operations English 44 Cycle overview NOTE Other cycles can be used after adding them to your cycle list using the My Cycles function. For more information, see the “ My Cycles ” section on page 48 . Cycle Description Normal For most fabrics including cottons and linens. AI Optimal Dry (DVE(...

Engl ish Operations English 46 Options Using Options 02 03 01 1. Tap Options . 2. Turn the Navigation dial to select the desired additional function. 3. Tap OK to change the selected function’s settings or start the function. NOTE • To return to the main screen, tap Options again or turn the Navigat...

Engl ish English   47 Damp Alert This function alerts you when shirts and other items that require ironing are dry enough to be suitable for ironing. 1. Select a cycle and change the cycle settings as necessary. - This function is available for Normal, Heavy Duty, Bedding, Delicates, Perm Press, Tow...

Engl ish Operations English 48 My Cycles Add or remove cycles to create a personal cycle list. 1. Tap Options . 2. Turn the Navigation dial to select My Cycles , and then tap OK . - You can only edit a cycle to create a personal cycle when the dryer is not operating. 3. Turn the Navigation dial to s...

Engl ish English   49 Settings Using Settings 02 03 01 * * Tap and hold 3 seconds. 1. Tap and hold Options for 3 seconds. 2. Turn the Navigation dial and select the desired setting, and then tap OK . 3. Tap OK to change the selected function’s settings or start the function. NOTE • To return to the ...

Engl ish Operations English 50 Sound You can turn on or off the sound from the dryer. 1. Tap and hold Options for 3 seconds. 2. Turn the Navigation dial to select Sound , and then tap OK . 3. Tap OK to select On or Off . - The default setting is On . NOTE The setting remains unchanged even if you re...

Engl ish English   51 Special features Smart Control You can connect to the SmartThings app and control your dryer remotely.( Smart Control for electric model, Smart Monitor for gas model) Connecting your dryer • Download and open the SmartThings app on your mobile device• Tap to turn on the dryer.•...

Engl ish Operations English 52 SmartThings Wi-Fi connection On your smartphone, go to Settings and turn on the wireless connection and select an AP (Access Point). • This appliance supports the Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz protocols. Download On an app market (Google Play Store, Apple App Store, Samsung Galaxy App...

Engl ish English   53 Cycle chart NOTE For best results, follow the load size recommendations for each dry cycle.• Large load: Fill the drum to about 3 / 4 full. Do not add items over this level as they need to tumble freely. • Medium load : Fill the drum to about 1 / 2 full. • Small load : Fill the...

Engl ish English   55 Drying guide The best way to dry items is to follow the instructions on the care label. If no drying instructions are provided, see the following table for reference. Items Description Bedspreads & Comforters Follow the care label instructions or dry using Bedding.• Make su...

Engl ish English 56 Maintenance Keep the dryer clean for best performance and to lengthen its life cycle. WARNING Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.Service Personnel - Do not contact the following parts while the appl...

Engl ish English   57 Vent sensor The dryer features a vent sensor that detects and notifies you when it is time to clean the ductwork. Check the following if you get the “ Check the lint filter or vent condition ” message when you turn on the dryer. NOTE • For duct installation, see Exhaust ducting...

Engl ish English 58 Troubleshooting Checkpoints If you encounter a problem with the dryer, first check the table below and try the suggestions. Problem Action Dryer does not start. • Make sure the dryer is plugged in.• Make sure the door is properly closed.• Check the fuse or reset the circuit break...

Engl ish Troubleshooting English 60 Problem Action Extended time. • Sensor Dry automatically senses the moisture in the load and shuts the dryer off when the selected dryness level is reached.The drying time can change according to the type and amount of laundry. See the cycle chart for reference. I...

Engl ish English 62 Specifications Fabric care chart The following symbols provide garment care direction. The clothing care labels include symbols for drying, bleaching, ironing, and dry cleaning. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Fol...

Engl ish English   63 Warning symbols for laundering Do not wash Do not wring Do not bleach Do not tumble dry No steam (added to iron) Do not iron Dry-clean Dry-clean Do not dry-clean Line dry / Hang to dry Drip dry Dry flat Protecting the environment This appliance is manufactured from recyclable m...

English 64 LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S.A.) SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchase...

English   65 Visits by an authorized servicer to explain product functions, maintenance or installation are not covered by this limited warranty. Please contact SAMSUNG at the number below for assistance with any of these issues. EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPL...

English 66 Warranty (CANADA) SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CANADA, INC. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufa...